Poland - 1965 - Poland - Seven Centuries of Warsaw - 100 pieces

Item Specifics

Country

Poland

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Used

Stamp Format

Multiple

Topic

Geography & Places

Year of Issue

1965

Item Description

The auction item consists of 100 identical stamps as shown in the picture. The stamps are in similar condition, with no major damages. Postmarks are located in various, random places.
This stamp comes from a series issued by the Polish Post on the occasion of the celebration of Seven Centuries of Warsaw.
Stamp Details:
Series: Seven Centuries of Warsaw
Theme: Old Town Hall in Warsaw from the late 18th century
Denomination: 40 groszy (40 gr) / 50 groszy (50 gr)
Country: POLAND
Year of Issue: 1965
Designers:
Design: C. Kaczmarczyk
Engraver: J. Miller
Style: A brown-toned graphic depicting the historic Old Town Hall and a fragment of the Old Town in Warsaw
Inscription: "SIEDEM WIEKÓW WARSZAWY" (Seven Centuries of Warsaw)
Historical Context:
The stamp was issued as part of a series commemorating the 700th anniversary of Warsaw.
Old Town Hall in Warsaw:
History: The Old Town Hall in Warsaw was built at the end of the 18th century and served as the main seat of the municipal authorities of Old Warsaw.
Architecture: The building had a Baroque style with a characteristic town hall tower.
Significance: It was a symbol of municipal self-government and the center of administrative life in Warsaw.
Destruction and Reconstruction: The town hall was destroyed during World War II and was not rebuilt in its original form.
Interesting Facts:
The stamp depicts the historical appearance of the town hall before its destruction.
It is part of a series that features other important buildings and landmarks associated with Warsaw over the course of seven centuries.
The Old Town Hall served administrative functions for many years until its destruction during World War II.

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